2023-2024 School Crossing Guard

DC Bilingual Public Charter School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

DC Bilingual Public Charter School is seeking a part-time School Crossing Guard in Washington, DC to monitor and maintain student safety at crosswalks and intersections.

Schedule comprises two 2-hour shifts daily, mornings 7:00–9:00, afternoons 3:00–5:00, and Friday 12:00–2:00. Qualified candidates should be able to stand long periods, have good vision/hearing, and ensure safe crossings for families.

Qualifications

• Stand for long periods in extreme heat and cold.
• Good vision, hearing, and mobility.
• Demonstrated sense of responsibility for student and family safety.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a diverse population.
• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Adhere to school policies and safety guidelines.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Direct or escort families crossing streets and school driveways, and stop traffic as needed.
• Guide students to comply with traffic regulations and safety rules.
• Report traffic hazards or violations using a two-way radio.
• Wear provided traffic safety gear and stand or move as required.
• Communicate crossing rules to students and adults.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

DC Bilingual Public Charter School DC Bilingual - Washington, District of Columbia Open in Google Maps

2023-2024 School Crossing Guard

DC Bilingual Public Charter School DC Bilingual - Washington, District of Columbia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in DC Bilingual Public Charter School

Job Details

Job ID: 4955158

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 12, 2023 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DC Bilingual has an immediate opening for a part-time a School Crossing Guard who will monitor and maintain student safety in crosswalks and street intersections.

Schedule

• 2, 2-hour shifts per day
  • MORNING: Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 9:00 am
  • AFTERNOON: Monday-Thursday 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm and Friday 12:00 pm -2:00 pm.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to stand for long periods in extremes of heat and cold
• Must have good vision, hearing, and mobility
• Sense of responsibility for the safety of students and their families
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population, and commitment to continuous quality improvement and customer service are required.
• High school diploma or GED required, Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college preferred
• Adhere to the No Nonsense Nurture expectations for managing student relations and behaviors
• Meet all expectations as outlined by the DC Bilingual Leading and Learning Framework
• Abide by the DC Bilingual’s Super 7 Agreements, Community Engagement Principles, and Code
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required

Primary Responsibilities : The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed in this position. It is not, however, a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required.

• Direct or escort families crossing the the street and school driveway on the sidewalk, stopping traffic as necessary; guide or control vehicular or family traffic at street; monitor traffic flow to locate safe gaps through which families can cross the street.
• Direct students to assure conformance to traffic regulations
• Report traffic hazards and flagrant traffic violations to leadership using a provided two-way radio

• Must wear provided traffic safety and control gear and work requires employees to stand, walk and use arm/hand signals, whistles, and voice
• Obey traffic flow and conditions
• Wait for natural breaks, or create effective breaks, in traffic to move pedestrians safely to/from the school and their mode of transportation
• Communicate traffic and crossing rules and other information to students and adults
• Other duties as assigned

Position Type: Part-time